2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Sebring and 2008 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Sebring 2008 GMC Yukon
Make Chrysler GMC
Model Sebring Yukon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 98 L


 

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